Security Guards for hire in Indianapolis, IN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills14%Leadership12%Organizational Skills12%Education level
High school diploma or GED64%Associate's degree18%Bachelor's degree10%Years of experience
Less than 1 year2%1-2 years6%3-5 years12%Current company
Allied Universal
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A&A SecurityTime at current job
Less than 1 year15%1-2 years22%2-5 years44%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,583 profiles for Security Guards in Indianapolis, IN
Last updated: Jul 18, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Indianapolis, IN: $41,295 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $30,280 – $56,316 yearly
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Security Officer
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
OC CertificationAEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseSkills
Food Service ExperienceCustomer SupportUndercover OperationsUndercover Investigation TechniquesCriminal InvestigationClient Relationship ManagementSecurity Guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFood Safety CertificationLifeguard ExperienceDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Lifeguard TrainingSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsProtective Security Officer
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsSecurity Guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationOLCC Service PermitServsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipHost/Hostess ExperienceSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementCasual Dining ExperienceSecurity guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantCPRCNABLSSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCNANursingCaregivingSecuratex
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingPacking
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What's the average time to fill a security guard role?
The average time to fill a security guard role is 65 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do security guards tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a security guard include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, First Aid Certification and CPR.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: protective security officer and security guard officer, CTDI - communications test design.
What level of education is common for a security guard?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a security guard in Indianapolis, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 18 years of professional experience.
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